African tetras
Brycinus brevis
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African tetras (Brycinus brevis) is a freshwater fish of the family Alestidae (African Tetras), in the order Characiformes. Maximum recorded length is 25 cm, with a maximum published weight of 0.3 kg.
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The African tetras (Brycinus brevis) is a freshwater fish reaching up to 25 cm and 0.3 kg. It inhabits rivers and lakes across West and Central Africa and forms schooling aggregations.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Length | 25,0 cm |
| Maximum Weight | 0,3 kg |
Habitat & Distribution
Taxonomy
| Ordre | Characiformes (Characins) |
| Famille | Alestidae (African Tetras) |
| Espèces | Brycinus brevis |
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